i still think im taking mine to a smith to be lapped...

its never been fired and the metal filings i got out with a oil patch scare me...1 bullet and 1 of them filings can ruin the bore forever...

only my 2nd NEW rifle...my 22-250 i dont remember any metal coming out like this one...but, it took about 200rds before the bore settled down and accuracy was consistent...

i just rather spend the extra money to ensure its done right and ready to be fired...and its gotta goto the smith to have some other stuff done before i fire it...id like the trigger worked best as it can be...and scope mounted and bore sighted and rear sling stud needs drilled...gunna do this rifle right and not booger it up myself lol